Ben Howard - Soldiers

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This song was a free download in the newsletter of Ben Howard of April '11. It's never been released.

[@dlrkrd]

it’s a shame he never released this one. it’s truly one of the best songs I’ve ever heard.

[@sineadhaynes3145]

Currently on a Ben Howard unreleased/unheard-song-spree and I'm so happy to have stumbled across this one. This man is physically unable to make a bad song.

[@simonpedersen1037]

Good 4 you buddy❤️ my 2 favorit artist is Ben Howard and Gregory Alan Isakov, i would say Gregory is my number 1 hope you find him some day😃❤️

[@sineadhaynes3145]

I love Gregory! I discovered him last year and was lucky enough to see him earlier this year 😁 such a hauntingly beautiful gig

[@simonpedersen1037]

@@sineadhaynes3145 I need to get out more 😂 but im working in Greenland its hard to get artist to come here 😒

[@paidiosullivan7088]

I met him 2 weeks back... In a random pub in Ireland. Best night of my life! absolute hero

[@MrBarnyardos]

Sincerely think Ben is the most important song writer of this century. I'm not even exaggerating a tiny bit. Its so powerful, emotional on a complete and pure level. So happy and very sad at the exact same time.

[@sockondebeats5154]

I know right he should be number 1 on a top ten amazing song writers of all time!!!

[@laurathompson2484]

I was thinking the exact same thing 👌

[@Noahelsayed]

He along with Justin Vernon from bon iver and damien Rice :) i Love all of their lyrics to death

[@Snout007]

and Of monsters and men :)

[@kier1568]

Barn Yard Best of the 21st century, I agree, but not the last 100 years. That title goes to Dylan

[@LAyugi]

God, before Ben I never thought it was possible to actually be in love with someone's music. I don't care about his looks or anything but damn damn damn damn his music makes me feel funny in ways no other music can.

[@AA-xx4sx]

LenaAyugi i feel exactly the same way about him too

[@afonsomarques2126]

LenaAyugi I feel the same by his music, it's so deep, it really touches us

[@afonsomarques2126]

LenaAyugi I feel the same by his music, it's so deep, it really touches us

[@theminecraftphreak]

+LenaAyugi He still looks hella cute though

[@LAyugi]

Danish MCServerspotlight yess that's true haha

[@MNZGamin]

Greatest of all time. Undisputed.

[@jkeeene]

tbh his best song, spotify please

[@claireruddenklau4741]

meeting ben howard - was literally the best few minutes of my life

[@spaltklang]

This will never get old. None of his songs ever will 🤍

[@lucigaiah]

" Oh you watch me steady, you Watch me with such a quiet sincerity And you hold me heavy, you Hold me like I was born to be held And the light comes in here, yeah Morning my dear, and the restlessness of arms And we lie here longing now Words were ours that we'll never be harmed ‘Cause you are dear to me Yeah you are dear But if this goes wrong again, oh heaven forbid If this was how it was meant to fall, no If this goes wrong again Will you pretend that you know, steady as the morning and just go And just go And just go I made you breakfast, oh Soldiers to guard and keep you company When I’m goin’ away again All faces and falsities of new friends Yeah there’s fires here to burn, and Timbers left to learn in this young heart And honey please don’t think I don’t miss you, no Don’t think I don’t think of you when we’re apart Because I do dear, I do Yeah I do dear But if this goes wrong again, oh heaven forbid If this was how it was meant to fall, no If this goes wrong again Will you pretend that you know, steady as the morning and just go And just go And just go "

[@shudhanshushekharmishra747]

TQ

[@mariahapplegate7351]

His voice reminds me of what sunshine would sound like :) warm and welcoming

[@tafinzer]

I just weep...uncontrolled tears pouring down my face. hot and burning my cheeks, nose running. Convulsive shudders from deep inside, Releasing the hidden pains of my past... Now I am refreshed. Only Ben Howard music does this to me.

[@markusaurelious1150]

fuck...

[@flowoosmcw2940]

+Todd Finzer me too

[@ScudLance]

+Todd Finzer wow.

[@andrewscriven9587]

+Todd Finzer Such a beautiful comment x

[@sockondebeats5154]

Yeah I know that feeling

[@Heartog.Design]

Who needs David Guetta if somebody like Ben Howard make such a wonderful music

[@snideelf]

A lot of Ben Howard's music is of the best in existence right now.

[@ITMacPro]

I don't know why he won't release this song. He is coming out with a new album and this track still didn't make it. This is an awesome song!

[@Eyelaashh]

three years later, the song still reminds me of the same person.

[@Haydn3560]

Five years later, still remember?

[@beadsoup3792]

Me too ❤❤❤

[@Mooodzone]

What music can do. Beautiful, hope you have good memories :)

[@rococ6572]

Always will do g

[@gregorybryson523]

You and me both

[@cheryldavies6312]

My son has been missing for years now ...I never thought I'd ever feel love in my heart again Thank you Ben Howard I actually feel the love again ....

[@tafinzer]

🤗

[@jackien404]

did you find him? This is terrible

[@RandomallyChosen]

Ben Howard, Newton Faulkner, Mumford & Sons, Jack Johnson FTW!

[@kungfumaster52]

He is so so good. Can't get over it. Could listen to him for hours and never grow tired of it.

[@larallewellyn9662]

years even :)

[@Alex-fm3og]

eternity :) nothing else comes close to his musical genius.

[@ALC2180]

Don't know from where all these talents comes to this man. Ben Howard u are just great!!!!!! love all ur musics

[@Hiosho]

watch "From Austin to Boston" it is on Netflix

[@jeemchucho3016]

+Hiosho It's actually called "Austin to Boston" :) Cheers!

[@jobson88]

This is my Ben Howard favorite. It's just filled with all the right words and emotions. Simply beautiful.

[@victoriadockstader349]

I love the way his lyrics and his voice play at my heart strings. Its like falling in love for the first time and getting your heart broken at the same time, Ironic but beautiful.

[@sockondebeats5154]

Yeah

[@Kieferr1991]

This song reminds me of where i used to live. Would walk to the cliffs again, just seeing the nature take it's course and feel absolutely free. I miss that feeling of being free and one with nature. This takes me back. Just amazing...

[@chrisisapanda1088]

i've just realised i've been listening to this guys music for nearly 2 hours now..

[@tomgremer1748]

enjoy Chris

[@lemondaveee4982]

whoever unliked this, doesn't know music. Ben is a blessing to hear, his music has had a huge impact on my life, it's not just music for me... it's the theme of my life

[@marcusereliosAGB4L]

Unbearably amazing.....beyond description how good this guy is.

[@MathIguess]

+Mark Douglas That perfectly describes it. The irony. XD

[@fionaautumn]

50 seconds in and I'm already getting goosebumps. Beautiful!

[@DPerQ03]

I never thought I'd consider this song intimate to me, until I listened to it a week ago, when I was in a train, coming back from a few-days-meeting with a person I fell in love with. I was just looking through the train window in the night, listening to this gem and thinking of her. I feel like Ben simply made a short soundtrack for my life. Thank you.

[@rodolfoleal7295]

And here we are: 10 years later and almost 5 million views! Ben Howard still my favorite musician. Thank you very much for this.

[@Gerthinho1994]

It's unbelievable how Ben takes emotions to the listeners ear. It's hard to escape his feelings - thanks. Great, great, great!

[@90Koraline]

Howards music is balsam for the soul:)

[@mjayjeffs]

Not sure if it's just me but I'm slowly seeing a revival in great folky music like this... and I bloody love it :)

[@egobaby4246]

to fight for the things you love, to die for the one who cant live without

[@indoEAST]

Not sure why everybody is comparing here. Can't we all just be a fan of indie-folk music? They're all fantastic musicians and deserve more than people comparing them to other musicians all the time.

[@911cads]

MY SOUL IS AT PEACE

[@gregmayer18]

its crazy when you strive to have a specific sound to your music and then you discover someone who is doing it, and it feels just as if you finally got that sound.

[@skeedstevenson7941]

The only current artist i know who tells a story in his music. What a guy, good song also..

[@lighthouseministries7]

You should check out The Tallest Man On Earth. Also a very good artist with good story telling. Ben's my fav though. Can't beat his awesome voice.

[@oktopussy9628]

Skeed Stevenson Try radical face he made a hole family saga within 3 albums,really great.

[@prinzessinaufderknallerbse]

....and Damien Rice my dear ;)

[@b18dohcvtec]

you are a God sent .. from every broken bone in my body ..thank u ,never stop this please.. words can't describe how I feel about ur music.

[@goobusmanubus]

Benjamin Francis Leftwitch? The Lumineers? Tallest man on Earth? Mumford and Sons? I do believe a foundation of quality music with instrumental talent, great voices and meaningful lyrics is slowly making it's way back into our industry! And I'm bloody happy about it!

[@snideelf]

I posted a comment about Ben Howard at another one of his songs on youTube and mistakenly said this guy is American. He's not. He's English. No matter. Still one of the best of the newest musicians around today. Great music and great guitarist.

[@TeddyPerv]

His music convinces me that there's nothing to worry about in life.

[@sakufan94]

OMFG can we just leave Ed alone please? He's amazingly talented and so is Ben. To me, they are both perfect in their own ways. We're here to listen to Ben, so let's just focus on him! :)

[@911cads]

its a great time to be a listener of music...... saw ben in dublin, brought my 33 yo friend to see him and its some thing he said he'll never forget.....

[@sebas321]

my favorite ben howard song! I can't find it anywhere, but on youtube. Not even on iTunes.

[@digger678]

Oh you watch me steady, you Watch me with such a quiet sincerity And you hold me heavy, you Hold me like I was born to be held And the light comes in here, yeah Morning my dear, and the restlessness of arms And we lie here longing now Words were ours that we'll never be harmed 'Cause you are dear to me Yeah you are dear But if this goes wrong again, oh heaven forbid If this was how it was meant to fall, no If this goes wrong again Will you pretend that you know, steady as the morning and just go And just go And just go I made you breakfast, oh Soldiers to guard and keep you company When I'm goin' away again All faces and falsities of new friends Yeah there's fires here to burn, and Timbers left to learn in this young heart And honey please don't think I don't miss you, no Don't think I don't think of you when we're apart Because I do dear, I do Yeah I do dear But if this goes wrong again, oh heaven forbid If this was how it was meant to fall, no If this goes wrong again Will you pretend that you know, steady as the morning and just go And just go And just go

[@anneliegodliep1913]

i wish there was a guy who also listens to ben hwoard as much as me, so we can love each other and lay in each others arms and listen to this kind of music all night long.

[@nastynatedawg884]

Annelie Godliep we exist!

[@cameronsavard8544]

^Yeah, we're out here :)

[@anneliegodliep1913]

omg date me please

[@nastynatedawg884]

Annelie Godliep Deal 😘😘 if you listen to Ben Howard your cool with me

[@stephenbrearley691]

This is why I love Ben's music ;)

[@cloudbird71]

ben i can't describe what i feel listening to your music. pure perfection...the honesty and depth of your songs overwhelm me sometimes. i'm in love with your lyrics. thank you so much for existing

[@haidengeary8277]

Welcome to the human soul.

[@becharrigan]

this is such a beautiful song. it’s so sad listening to it.

[@callumworthington4957]

ben Howard has helped me in so many ways to help my emotions grow, every time I think of ben Howard I think of my girlfriend and its just a great memory to have from such an amazing artist such as himself, inspiring.

[@jojoleong1]

Another great acoustic track from Ben Howard. The lyrics and empowering voice combined as one is such a great contentment to listen to his music.

[@nedplimptonzissou98]

I am absolutely hooked on his music. His songwriting cuts me to the core unlike any artist I've heard. It's hard to describe. Just keep making music. Shit.

[@h4ley3lder]

Ben Howard, Ed Sheeran, and Bon Iver = pefection. DO NOT COMPARE, they're all flawless!

[@timgarbutt3800]

How could you dislike this? I just can't comprehend...

[@jackien404]

You're getting me through the difficult moments, Ben. Will eternally be grateful to know you at this point in my life.

[@ayoubbighoumdane]

OMG what a through back. 2021 and I’m still listening to this, Back in days ❤️

[@1Riverpie]

thanks for walking on this ground Wonder where i went wrong. Then i listened to your song.you have bridged the years that strecthed for so long very earthy cheers

[@semihatillaa920]

He is very good, he is loving and he is showing us that Ben Howard is doing real music, this time nobody can't do real music, I hope you see your deserved love

[@JonesDread]

Ben Howard= Ben Howard! hes music style is perfect! Legend!

[@raspberry481]

Oh you watch me steady, you Watch me with such a quiet sincerity And you hold me heavy, you Hold me like I was born to be held And the light comes in here, yeah Morning my dear, and the restlessness of arms And we lie here longing now Words were ours that we'll never be harmed ‘Cause you are dear to me Yeah you are dear But if this goes wrong again, oh heaven forbid If this was how it was meant to fall, no If this goes wrong again Will you pretend that you know, steady as the morning and just go And just go And just go I made you breakfast, oh Soldiers to guard and keep you company When I’m goin’ away again All faces and falsities of new friends Yeah there’s fires here to burn, and Timbers left to learn in this young heart And honey please don’t think I don’t miss you, no Don’t think I don’t think of you when we’re apart Because I do dear, I do Yeah I do dear But if this goes wrong again, oh heaven forbid If this was how it was meant to fall, no If this goes wrong again Will you pretend that you know, steady as the morning and just go And just go And just go

[@wanderinthewild]

I'm speechless. This song is so emotional. He's the best musician I have ever known of.

[@stevenson66666666]

This was amazing, semi-restored my faith! It's great being a fan, but no one cares... Its like trying to tell someone about the 'crazy' dream you had last night... Just shut up, keep it to yourself, share if you wan't to, and focus on YOUR life, not the life of others...

[@stephenbrearley691]

So many emotions are felt when I listen to Ben's music.

[@jakealger7457]

Why is Ben Howard such a legend? :)

[@mckennacassidy8661]

It is officially my life goal to meet Ben Howard.

[@RJLMusic_]

hope you did it

[@jessicanissen534]

a modern day poet. thank you ben, for showing us how to put love into words.

[@Nandato92]

Because raising the bar to compeat with your compender makes the music even better

[@13mdawg]

In live with this song, so much! I swear it never gets old

[@iamkismet99]

5 minutes of serenity...Priceless

[@pavunable]

His music makes me feel WOW. :) I am in love with this song.

[@AmSClarinette]

I support Ben 100% ! Love his music! He deserves to be known!

[@lkatejones]

This is so very beautiful.

[@gaerwitch]

lately.. i try to find other music to listen to.. for other peoples sakes! i am addicted to Ben Howard ♥ luv u x cant wait to see u live in november :-) stay beautiful x

[@Mu51cful]

Everyone shut up and stop comparing Ben with Ed and just listen to this beautiful piece of music!! Peace :)

[@gmilyty]

I don't even understand why people are comparing Ben and Ed. They're both different but completely amazing. Just enjoy the music.

[@clifton12345]

“And honey please, don’t think I don’t miss you, don’t think I don’t think of you when we’re apart” Might be the most heart wrenching lyrics ever written. Every single person knows how that feels…he just said it aloud instead.

[@kayleightuck]

He is coming to South Africa.

[@Braselton21]

When...?

[@tomgremer1748]

scratling wish i could see him and your awsome country, surehe will get another perspeciv lie paul simon ,yng lad ,soooo talented

[@JanineMitschelin]

Was für eine tolle Stimme.Gänsehaut pur!!!!

[@JimaZouf]

Divine Gift Is Ben

[@Adrigaar]

you say that but i have, and i feel guilty to this day despite having bought this album twice. There are few artists today that remind me that emotions laid bare are the reason music exists, but Ben is and always will be one of them

[@Micirwin93]

One of his best songs in my opinion x

[@QuestionablyAmanda]

Don't say that a singer/band is better than another, because we all have different music preferences and if it brings you joy listening to it, then listen to it. After all that's what music really is all about, it blends in to our emotions and it makes us feel good inside.

[@Joebingley15]

One of my mates met him and they said he is one of the nicest guys they've ever met.

[@mattburt1959]

A sublimely talented musician

[@nataliejoy1107]

I'm just so glad his music exist 😌

[@sparrow4202]

Pure bliss...Music at its purest & best!...poetry for the heart & soul!Dying to see Howard live!!!...unfortunately I live in Antigua😎☹️....and there isn't much surf here

[@IamfollowingRylan]

Ben needs to put out these songs that are all over youtube but not on any album. More please!

[@franmochrie8829]

I don't understand how anyone in their right mind can dislike this, it's perfect

[@seanr1013q]

bless you for this brother

[@dippedrusk]

The description is just perfect.

[@musiciancheryl]

It's so rare to find such a unique artist like him!

[@monishabatchelor2221]

I vow to only ever purchase his work. I think someone that works this hard to create such things as this have earned their income. They don't get their income except through the purchases and sales. He has most definitely earned it.

[@Sam_Pritchard]

And honey please don’t think I don’t miss you, no Don’t think I don’t think of you when we’re apart Because I do dear There aren't many words perfect enough for this song... Jeeeze

[@juliaxoxo91]

I just love him and his voice so so much. His music does something to me I can't put in words.

[@michaelcapstick3240]

i haven't been touched like this since i volunteered at a 'jim'll fix it' live show

[@zachy7461]

Michael Capstick 😂 what a lovely man he was.

[@phily309]

Jim'll jam it right in there lol

[@raphaelbarbry3243]

Still listening it, wonderfull masterpiece. Best regards for a talent.

[@RebaRice]

Absolutely love (: Such a perfect song; perfect lyrics; perfect chords. I fall asleep to this song so easily. It calms me down so well.

[@OweeennnD]

i love it when he uses a line from another song, my heart jumped, nice little touchhh :D

[@CDu999]

I love this music so much! Please don't stop, Ben! Every word touch my heart. Danke!

[@EatTheFishes]

He always makes me feel like his songs were made just for me...

[@haech1]

Ben Howard and Jacko Hooper....two great finds